Lecturer in Real Estate

Sheffield Hallam University; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK higher education institution is seeking a Lecturer in Real Estate to deliver high-quality teaching and contribute to curriculum development. The role requires strong industry knowledge in commercial or residential real estate and the ability to translate professional practice into engaging learning experiences. Successful candidates will participate in research, provide supervision for student projects, and enhance the educational experience through innovative practices in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• A PGCert/HEA Fellowship or willingness to work towards one.
• Strong knowledge of critical, theoretical issues in Real Estate.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality teaching.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Supervise student projects and provide academic guidance.

Skills

Real Estate & Property Law

Valuation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team-working skills

Digital confidence

Education

Good honours degree or equivalent professional qualification

Membership of a professional body (e.g., RICS)

Job description

Lecturer in Real Estate (Academic Grade 7)

£39,906 to £44,746 per annum (depending on experience) The role We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Real Estate who can bring current, practical industry knowledge into an applied academic environment. We welcome applications from those with professional experience in commercial or residential real estate, consultancy, development, investment, or the public sector, including those working towards RICS membership. You do not need extensive teaching experience. What matters is your ability to translate professional practice into engaging learning experiences and to contribute to a supportive and learner‑centred environment.

As a Lecturer, you will design and deliver high‑quality teaching, contribute to curriculum development, supervise student projects, and support students through both academic and pastoral guidance. You will work proactively, manage your own workload effectively, and collaborate with colleagues, industry partners and other stakeholders across the University.

Teaching Requirements

• Real Estate & Property Law and Practice
• Valuation & Real Estate Investment Management
• Commercial Real Estate
• Planning and Development

We particularly welcome candidates who can embed real‑world examples, professional casework, RICS‑aligned methodologies and contemporary industry issues into their teaching. An awareness of current national and international trends in the real‑estate sector is essential.

What you will contribute

• Deliver innovative, high‑quality learning experiences that support student success.
• Translate professional experience into academic learning.
• Provide effective feedback, support and academic guidance.
• Supervise student work including dissertations, placements and applied projects.
• Participate in curriculum design, assessment and continuous programme enhancement.
• Engage in research, scholarship or professional practice relevant to the role.
• Work collaboratively across teams and contribute to a positive student community.

What are we looking for?

• A good honours degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• A PGCert/HEA Fellowship or willingness to work towards one.
• Membership of a professional body such as RICS, or commitment to working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of critical, practical and theoretical issues in Real Estate.
• Excellent communication, organisational and team‑working skills.
• Digital confidence and the ability to use technology in learning and teaching.

Desirable

• A postgraduate qualification or substantial professional experience.
• A doctorate (or progress towards one).
• Evidence of contributions to knowledge (e.g., publications or professional outputs).

What we offer

We offer a diverse range of benefits and opportunities to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career in a supportive environment. You will be contractually enrolled into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) – one of the largest and most generous defined‑benefit pension schemes in the country. Each year you will earn a secure pension benefit of 1/57th of your salary and the University will pay pension contributions towards the cost of this pension (currently worth about 29% of your salary). For example, for a starting salary of £40,521, the University would pay just over £11,600 in the first year and you would earn a pension of £711 p.a. for that year (payable from your State Pension Age). If you are or have been a recent member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) directly prior to joining us, you can opt out of the TPS and remain in the USS. Please contact the Pensions team to discuss available options.

Sheffield Hallam welcomes applications from all candidates irrespective of age, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, or marital or civil partnership status. Applicants will be assessed in a fair, equal opportunity process. The University does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic.